Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
AFAIK BA is the only major full service carrier that charges passengers confirmed in paid business class for all advanced seat assignments (assuming no status, no children, and no special needs). On longer flights, these fees are substantial.
Paid advance seat selection only applies for the heavily discounted fares (IR), there is free seat selection for the higher fares (JCD). This is certainly a ‘Marmite’ policy but one I certainly appreciate. Long may it continue.